Fredrik Norlindh, a genre-bending Swedish singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, releases his latest single "Can’t You See Me", an emotionally charged synth-pop track that blends retro-futuristic textures with dynamic storytelling. This release marks the first glimpse into Norlindh’s upcoming album, "Contrasting Notes", recorded at the iconic Soundtrade Studios in Stockholm, where legends like ABBA once crafted their hits.

"Can’t You See Me" masterfully balances melancholy with rhythm, delivering a mid-tempo pulse that steadily builds in intensity. The track’s lush vocal harmonies echo influences like ABBA, while the sleek electronic production carries hints of The Weeknd and Daft Punk. With live drums, warm basslines, and intricate layers of melodies and textures, the song immerses listeners in a reflective, almost hypnotic atmosphere.

“The song has a melancholic yet groovy feel,” Norlindh explains. “I wanted it to constantly grow, adding new elements bar by bar to mirror that feeling of rising frustration and emotional weight.”

The lyrics of "Can’t You See Me" stem from a real-life experience — a day filled with mishaps that ultimately caused Norlindh to miss a crucial meeting. Instead of sympathy, he was met with criticism, intensifying the feeling of helplessness.

With a degree in musicology and a thesis focused on The Phantom of the Opera, Norlindh’s music is steeped in theatricality and dramatic storytelling. His 2024 EP, featuring over 100 musicians, showcased his ability to blend orchestral grandeur with contemporary production, and "Contrasting Notes" promises to further explore that duality.

The album is produced by Behshad Ashani and explores themes of contrast — light and dark, hope and despair, simplicity and complexity — all intertwined through Norlindh’s signature sound.